This year when they are on the road, the opposing team's starting SFs have totaled 6.3 3-point attempts per game (28th-highest in the NBA) against the Houston Rockets, identifying this as a favorable matchup.The Golden State Warriors have played at the 9th-quickest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games.Offensive rebounds save possession and produce more chances for scoring and assists, and the Warriors rank 14thbest in in the NBA while on their home court with 14.3 offensive boards per game this year.Over the last 5 games, opposing squads have captured 8.6 offensive boards per game (4th-lowest in the league) vs. the Rockets (lessening possessions that could otherwise bring about additional chances for offense).In contrast to last season's 85.6% mark, Klay Thompson's free-throw effectiveness has jumped this season to 100.0%.
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